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Course Code097741VP025
Course TitleAutomotive NVQ VRQ L2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
FacultyFaculty of Arts and Technology
SchoolSchool of Engineering
VenueWest Suffolk College
Mode of AttendanceTrain To Gain (Training In The Workplace)
Length (Years)2
Weeks32
TutorJohn Brandon
Contact NamePenny Harnaman
Telephone01284 716238
Emailpenny.harnaman@wsc.ac.uk
SummaryThis qualification is aimed at young people who are employed in the motor trade. It is delivered on a day release basis over two years in college and is aimed at people working towards an apprenticeship. The course provides the opportunity to gain a nationally and internationally recognised qualification.
QualificationsLevel 2 NVQ/VRQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
Progression RoutesProgression from this course is to the NVQ/VRQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
ModulesLevel 2 Units are: Contribute to workplace good housekeeping Ensure your own actions reduce risks to Health and Safety Maintain positive working relationships Carry out routine maintenance Remove and replace engine units and components Remove and Replace chassis units Remove and replace auxiliary electrical units and components Conduct pre and post work vehicle inspections. The course also offers the opportunity to gain Functional Skills certification for the following key skills: Information Technology Level 1, Mathematics Level 1 or 2, English Level 1 or 2
Entry RequirementsThere are no entry requirements. However, good GCSE grades in Mathematics English and a Science are a distinct advantage
Course ContentThis course allows the learner to gain the underpinning knowledge required for the apprenticeship and some practical evidence required for the NVQ. Skills are assessed throughout the course by practical assignments and written tests. The learner will also be required to pass an online multiple choice assessment administered by the awarding body. To obtain the full apprenticeship framework the learner will also need to obtain the necessary Functional Skills (Mathematics, English and ICT) and produce a portfolio of practical evidence in the form of jobcards collected in the workplace.
ConcessionsFor Further Education Full and Part-time courses (not applicable for Higher Education courses): Students under the age of 19 on 31 August will not be charged tuition fees for the period but will pay costs incurred during the course and examination fees for subjects not part of their main course. Students may also be able to apply for an Educational Maintenance Allowance; for further information please contact Student Welfare on 01284 716319 or the EMA help line on (free phone) 080 810 16 2 19. Students aged 19 or over on 1 September will be required to pay the full fee, unless they are eligible for remission of fees under the College's concessionary arrangements, plus a College registration fee, examination and awarding body fees and all other costs incurred during the course. Separate arrangements apply for students not registered in the E.E.A. For enquiries and information on the finance of being a student, please contact Student Welfare on 01284 716319.
How to applyFor Further Education Full and Part-time courses: Applications for courses are welcome throughout the year. Wherever possible we will provide early confirmation of your place and ask you to complete the enrolment process in due course. Some places will be offered provisionally subject to achievement of examination grades, other requirements and sufficient course capacity. For more information please visit our website on www.wsc.ac.uk or complete an application form and return it to The Information Centre, West Suffolk College, Out Risbygate, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3RL. You will then be invited to visit the College to meet the staff and talk about your individual needs. Interviews usually commence from January onwards.
For Higher Education Full-time courses: Applications must be made through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). You will need to apply online via www.ucas.com. UCAS starts receiving applications for full-time courses on 1 September in the year prior to you starting your course. Ideally, your application should be with UCAS before the beginning of January of the year you are commencing study although the College normally considers later applications. The final deadline is 30 June and applications after this date are via the UCAS "clearing system".
For Higher Education Part-time courses: Applications are handled via the University Campus Suffolk web site which can be found at www.ucs.ac.uk.
For more information please telephone 01284 716333 or write to -
West Suffolk College, FREEPOST IH2445, Information Centre, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3BR


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